A change in the 8th district

DFL Rep. Jim Oberstar was unseated after 36 years in Congress by Republican Chip Cravaack. As a voter in this district, we want to hear how you see this change and what you want to see going forward.

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Who did you support in the 8th district race?

What was your main reason for supporting that candidate?

Based on your knowledge of your community, why do you think Oberstar was unseated now?

What impact has the recession had on you and/or your community?

What are you hoping to see from the next Congress? What changes would help you and your family?

What else should we know about the 8th district?

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